Today's News

The April meeting of Preceptor Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi was held on Monday, April 1 in the community room in Clifton Village. Pat Terhune was hostess for the evening.
Officers for the coming year were elected and are as follows: Bonnie Teater-president, Betty Kay McCullough-vice president, Nancy Deitemeyer-recording secretary, Rosemary Lucas-corresponding secretary, Linda Root-treasurer, and Pat Terhune-Extension officer.
Plans for a brunch to be held later in the month for the residents of Clifton Village were completed.

* Indeed, we are saddened at the passing of our Harold Slade, our museum curator, our guide, our ‘hanger upper’ - but we are certain that he would want us to move ever onward and to be diligent in our efforts to maintain and administer the museum.
* Our deepest sympathy goes out to Dorothy and all the family. May you find comfort in the loving memories you hold in your heart.

The Harrison County Homemakers will be hosting a tea party at the local nursing homes on April 18 and 19.
April 18: Cedar Ridge Assisted Living, 11 a.m.; and Cedar Ridge Health Campus, 2 p.m.
April 19: Edgemont Healthcare, 10 a.m.; and Grand Haven Nursing Home, 2 p.m.

Mulch has become a landscape staple, almost to a fault when it is over applied, smothering roots and girdling trunks.
When done properly, it can help to suppress weeds, retain moisture and moderate temperature.
These things can be achieved using a variety of materials, but which type of mulch suits your needs best?
Predominately we use organic materials for mulching.
Organic mulches include plant or animal-derived materials like wood chips, pine needles, tree bark, grass clippings, composted manure, and worm castings.

“This April, and every day, I am proud of the impact this office has on the lives of others, especially those in need of life-saving organ transplants. I am humbled at the generosity of our community,” says Harrison County Circuit Clerk Kathy Kearns. “Even through tough economic times, our community is committed to helping others.”